Which statement about pulling is correct?

• A. Pushing the metal at random to bend it more.
• B. Removing paint to inspect damage.
• C. Using controlled force to return damaged metal to its original position.
• D. Heating the metal until it flows into place.

Answer: (C)

Pulling in collision repair means applying controlled, measured force to bring a dented panel back toward its original shape. The goal is to undo the deformation without overcorrecting or creating new distortions, often using puller tools, tabs, and gradual, controlled pulls while checking alignment as you go. That’s why the best statement is about using controlled force to return damaged metal to its original position.

Pushing the metal at random would just create more distortion, removing paint is a prep or inspection step, and heating the metal until it flows describes heat forming—not pulling.